Youngsters have been trying a spot of DIY pumpkin carving ready for Halloween.

A group of Middlesbrough children were given a helping hand by the "wizards" at B&Q. The B&Q Warehouse store on Cleveland Retail Park ran a course yesterday showing the youngsters how to make their lanterns safely.

Store artist Lisa Goodison was on hand to give the children sometips, while they all had the chance to work on their "must have" accessory for tomorrow.

Store general manager Simon Tunnah said: "From previous experience we've found that kids really enjoy getting into the spirit of these sessions and this year's pumpkin-carving demonstrations are no different."